According to attorney$-$client privilege:

Group of answer choices

A$)$ the privilege does not apply until the attorney is actually retained by a client.

B$)$ an attorney is prevented from divulging confidential information communicated to the lawyer by a client in the course of seeking legal advice.

C$)$ a client must feel free to speak fully and honestly with his attorney if the judicial system is function effectively.

D$)$ both $($b$)$ and $($c$).$